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Choosing a statin.

Authors :
Pasternak, Richard C.
Vaughan, Carl J.
Weart, C. Wayne
Source :
Patient Care (Print); 9/15/2000, Vol. 34 Issue 17, p124, 9p, 1 Color Photograph
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Offers information on the proper selection of 6 HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors or statins for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia. Statins available in the market; Similarity of the mechanisms of action; Ability to lower low density lipoprotein cholesterol levels in the blood; Value of statin therapy; Differences in potency based on maximum approved dosages.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0031305X
Volume :
34
Issue :
17
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Patient Care (Print)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
3626164